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870
students enrolled K-12
11:1
Student Teacher Ratio
98%
of AACS graduates go on to attend college
50
Years ago AACS opened its doors
7
Area counties where AACS students come from
150
Local Christian Churches represented by our families
13
AP Courses for Upper School Students
25
Clubs to Choose From
22
Sports in Middle and Upper School
7
Outstanding Choirs
7
Outstanding Bands
Our Four Campuses
Latest Highlights
![AACS Upper School students work on a project in Spanish class]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1712243208/aacsonlineorg/vzqvo7zswmptdrnb0tlx/RTL.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1712243208/aacsonlineorg/vzqvo7zswmptdrnb0tlx/RTL.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1712243208/aacsonlineorg/vzqvo7zswmptdrnb0tlx/RTL.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1712243208/aacsonlineorg/vzqvo7zswmptdrnb0tlx/RTL.png","width":1080}])
The vision for a Culture of Learning continues to grow as the Upper School implements a new Ready to Learn program for 9th and 10th graders.
![Two lower school students work through a math problem]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1712240115/aacsonlineorg/puz9oxpeymn0yqp8d9nc/Maths.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1712240115/aacsonlineorg/puz9oxpeymn0yqp8d9nc/Maths.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1712240115/aacsonlineorg/puz9oxpeymn0yqp8d9nc/Maths.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1712240115/aacsonlineorg/puz9oxpeymn0yqp8d9nc/Maths.png","width":1080}])
Looking ahead to the next school year, AACS families with students in grades 3 through 5 will see an enhanced math program and enrichment opportunities.
![MS Bible Teacher Dannii Graham teaches her class]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1710778682/aacsonlineorg/hatibacxow34y4okjdiw/danniiGraham.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1710778682/aacsonlineorg/hatibacxow34y4okjdiw/danniiGraham.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1710778682/aacsonlineorg/hatibacxow34y4okjdiw/danniiGraham.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1710778682/aacsonlineorg/hatibacxow34y4okjdiw/danniiGraham.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1710778682/aacsonlineorg/hatibacxow34y4okjdiw/danniiGraham.png","width":1600}])
In describing her path to her position as AACS Bible teacher, Ms. Graham said, "I often asked God, ‘What do you want from me? Show me which passion you want me to follow.’ I am fully convinced that my life belongs to the Lord. He is using all my passions."
![Fourth-graders pose dressed as historical figures.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709671506/aacsonlineorg/zw79po9vkoyagqgr4sbz/Class.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1709671506/aacsonlineorg/zw79po9vkoyagqgr4sbz/Class.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1709671506/aacsonlineorg/zw79po9vkoyagqgr4sbz/Class.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709671506/aacsonlineorg/zw79po9vkoyagqgr4sbz/Class.png","width":1080}])
The AACS fourth-grade project that started in December culminated today in the opening of the the Living History Museum. Fellow classmates were introduced to historical figures, showcasing scientists/creators, explorers, entertainers, athletes, and leaders.
![Girls varsity game during the annual Pink Out event]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1707933497/aacsonlineorg/s07ffysxqctjje8ru4rf/PO.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1707933497/aacsonlineorg/s07ffysxqctjje8ru4rf/PO.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1707933497/aacsonlineorg/s07ffysxqctjje8ru4rf/PO.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1707933497/aacsonlineorg/s07ffysxqctjje8ru4rf/PO.png","width":1080}])
The 16th Annual Pink Out held at the end of January added more than $2000 to the over $100,000 the event has raised since its start in 2008.
![The robotics club members coached by Engineering and Technology teacher Mrs. Smith]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1707855600/aacsonlineorg/stisjzmproh1xn6mek4d/Robo24-1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1707855600/aacsonlineorg/stisjzmproh1xn6mek4d/Robo24-1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1707855600/aacsonlineorg/stisjzmproh1xn6mek4d/Robo24-1.png","width":540}])
With creativity and technical skill, the Robotics Team loves to compete.
![Principal Peddicord tests the earthquake-resistance of students' project.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1707403591/aacsonlineorg/ijjc80hphevoerxrmndo/MSSTEM4.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1707403591/aacsonlineorg/ijjc80hphevoerxrmndo/MSSTEM4.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1707403591/aacsonlineorg/ijjc80hphevoerxrmndo/MSSTEM4.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1707403591/aacsonlineorg/ijjc80hphevoerxrmndo/MSSTEM4.png","width":1080}])
iDesign 7th and 8th-graders compete in the Middle School's first in-house competition.
